To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION at RM Sothebys' Arizona event, 17 - 18
January 2019.
Estimate:
$175,000 - $225,000
- NCRS Top-Flight restoration; Bloomington Gold certified
- Iconic 427-cu. in., 435-hp engine; documented with factory tank
sticker
- Desirably optioned with F41 suspension, side exhaust, and power
windows
- Last year of the legendary "Mid-Year" Corvettes
- Includes detailed inspection report by Roy Sinor
The 1967 Corvette was the final and most highly refined of the
groundbreaking and revered second-generation Corvettes. This car,
fitted from the factory with the legendary 427 "Big Block" engine,
is among the most desirable "Mid-Year" C2 Corvettes ever produced.
This breathtaking 1967 convertible, assembled at Chevrolet's St.
Louis plant and originally sold through Prout Chevrolet in Ohio,
was carefully optioned to be a captivating and potent package.
As was the case with most American cars of this period, the
Corvette buyer could choose from a host of factory options with the
result that seldom are two cars identical in specification. The
superb example offered here, finished in its original color of
Rally Red, is equipped with a period-correct re-stamped block, the
top-of-the line 427-cu. in. engine, topped by the impressive trio
of Holley carburetors, which help in raising the performance to a
staggering 435 hp. This Corvette is fitted with the desirable M21
close-ratio four-speed manual transmission and side pipe exhaust,
some of the most desirable options for the model. Other optional
equipment includes power brakes, power windows, tinted glass, F41
suspension, and a 4:11 Posi-Traction rear axle.
This Corvette was treated to an immaculate award-winning
restoration, and upon close inspection, it quickly becomes apparent
that the work was done in a very professional manner with excellent
attention to detail, utilizing the correct materials and colors
throughout. Some of the awards captured by this Corvette include
two NCRS Regional Top Flight Awards in 1996, an NCRS Regional
Performance Verification Award in 1997, an NCRS National Top
Flight, a Duntov Award in 1998, and a Bloomington Gold
certification.
Part of a major collection in recent years, this classic Corvette
has been treated to the best of care and presents beautifully
today. Combining blistering performance, aggressive good looks, and
a show-winning authentic restoration, this 435-hp Sting Ray is
ideally suited for continued exhibition, club events, and spirted
driving on two-lane country roads.
To view this car and others currently consigned to this auction,
please visit the RM website at rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/az19.
